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Since the collaboration began back in 2018, ABB and Formula E have pushed the boundaries of technological discovery, paving the way for a cleaner, leaner and more efficient future in motorsport, industry and beyond. Together, they have overseen four whole generations of new race cars, with the new GEN3 Evo race car - capable of blistering acceleration that is 30% faster than the current F1 car - competing in 16 races all around the world.
One of ABB’s most significant contributions to Formula E has been its role as the Official Charging Partner since the GEN3 era, where Formula E introduced the world’s fastest, most powerful, most efficient and most sustainable electric race car ever made. It was a sign that transitioning to electrical and more efficient alternatives should not compromise performance, but enhance it.
Working closely with engineers from the FIA and Formula E, ABB E-mobility developed an advanced and reliable charging solution that embodies the championship’s sporting credentials while mirroring ABB’s new ‘Engineered to Outrun’ philosophy - which encapsulates the development of leading technologies to help industries become more productive, efficient and sustainable so they can outperform.
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The ABB charger was designed with the latest power electronics technology, ensuring optimal performance with the smallest possible footprint, capable of delivering 160kW while charging two vehicles simultaneously. It allows teams to efficiently charge their race cars while minimising space requirements; guaranteeing consistent performance worldwide, regardless of local power sources; while reducing the volume of international freight between races.
Beyond charging, ABB has introduced key innovations to Formula E that enhance efficiency and reliability both on and off the track.
Installed in the Formula E TV compound, ABB’s UPS ensures uninterrupted live race broadcasts, even in the event of a grid power failure. The bespoke system was developed by ABB’s specialist team to maximize efficiency and reliability for broadcasters and viewers worldwide.
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Meanwhile, ABB Ability Optimax® advanced energy management software is deployed at race circuits to monitor and analyse total race-specific energy output, helping to optimise energy efficiency across the series’ at-track operations.
So far as technological performance and environmental sustainability are key priorities of the partnership, so too is social development and diversity. Within this focus, ABB’s support as an Official Partner of Formula E’s FIA Girls on Track programme is a core example of where intent meets impact.
Benefiting more than 170 young women at track at all race locations, ABB and Formula E deliver interactive educational workshops for young women looking to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and maths - all key subjects for success in motorsport. So far since its foundation, it has benefited more than 4,500 young women.
ABB’s enduring partnership with Formula E represents the perfect synergy between a global leader in electrification and automation and the world’s first all-electric international motorsport series. Together, they are shaping a leaner, cleaner, and more sustainable future.
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The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship serves as a testbed for groundbreaking electrification and digital technologies, demonstrating how innovations on the track can drive progress in real-world applications.
This collaboration provides ABB with an unparalleled opportunity to engage with stakeholders worldwide and showcase its advanced technology solutions. As ABB continues to support and innovate alongside Formula E, the mission remains clear: to develop pioneering technologies that are truly ‘Engineered to Outrun.’
Through relentless innovation, ABB is driving the future of sustainable mobility, reinforcing its position as a leader in the electrification revolution while celebrating the milestones achieved through this remarkable partnership.
SCHEDULE: Where, when and how to watch or stream the 2025 Jeddah E-Prix Rounds 3 and 4
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been a part of the Formula E calendar since Season 5, but for the first time we’re heading to Jeddah. Host to the fist double-header of the GEN3 Evo era, the grid will be racing under the floodlights on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February 2025.
Rookie Free Practice: Thursday 13 February, 18:00 local/15:00 UTC
Free Practice 1: Thursday 13 February, 21:00 local/18:00 UTC
Free Practice 2: Friday 14 February, 13:00 local/10:00 UTC
Qualifying: Friday 14 February, 15:20 local/12:20 UTC
Race: Friday 14 February, 20:05 local/17:05 UTC
Free Practice 3: Saturday 15 February, 13:00 local/10:00 UTC
Qualifying: Saturday 15 February, 15:20 local/12:00 UTC
Race: Saturday 15 February, 20:05 local/17:05 UTC
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